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Dow Jones on the decline: AI stocks under pressure – layoffs are increasing!
Discover the latest developments in Bangkok, including market trends, AI innovations and economic challenges, on November 18, 2025.
Dow Jones on the decline: AI stocks under pressure – layoffs are increasing!
On November 6, 2025, a drama unfolded on the New York Stock Exchange that made investors' hearts beat faster - but for the wrong reasons. Loud today.line.me The Dow Jones Index closed with a decline of 398.70 points to 46,912.30 points. Particularly depressing factors were selling pressure on technology stocks, particularly in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector, the worrying rise in overvalued stocks and ongoing concerns about possible bubbles.
The situation is anything but rosy, as the losses were not limited to the Dow. The S&P 500 fell 75.97 points to 6,720.32, a decline of 1.12%. And the Nasdaq was not spared either: there was a decline of 445.80 points to 23,053.99 points, i.e. a full 1.90%. Nine of eleven S&P 500 sectors closed in the red, with luxury goods and technology stocks in particular struggling with declines of 2.5% and 2%.
The role of artificial intelligence
But what is behind the trend? Artificial intelligence, a field that is often hailed as a miracle technology, is also a double-edged sword. The possibilities range from autonomous vehicles to virtual assistants. The definition of AI as stated in Wikipedia presented encompasses the ability of computer systems to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence, such as learning and decision making. But it is precisely the excessive enthusiasm for AI that may have led to the overvaluation of various stocks.
Although AI has many exciting applications, there are also significant ethical and regulatory concerns. The current AI boom in the 2020s has not only brought about technological progress, but also sparked discussions about possible existential risks and the importance of appropriate legal frameworks.
Economic framework data and their effects
The picture is dominated by the shutdown of US government agencies, which has been ongoing for 37 days. This situation results in a lack of economic data, making it difficult for the Federal Reserve (Fed) to make informed decisions regarding interest rates. Austan Goolsbee, the president of the Chicago Fed, expressed concerns about a possible rate cut due to the lack of inflation data. Additionally, Challenger, Gray & Christmas reported an impressive 183% increase in private sector layoffs in October compared to September. A total of 153,074 layoffs were registered in October, the highest number since 2006.
As is often the case in the financial world, there are also opportunities in uncertainty. The current decline could, according to an analysis by Capital Group, be part of a broader market development cycle in which investment opportunities could expand through AI technology-enabled innovations. However, investors should always act cautiously as markets are volatile and returns on investments are not guaranteed.
In summary, it can be said that developments on the stock market and in the area of artificial intelligence are complex and involve both risks and opportunities. Perhaps the key for investors is to have a good hand and watch developments carefully.